What’s the best energy plan for my usage?

As you can see from the table above, when it comes to energy plans, one size does not fit all.

In other words, the cheapest energy plan for your next-door neighbour isn't necessarily the cheapest plan for you, as your energy usage could be entirely different.

The best way to answer the question “What’s the cheapest energy plan for me?” is to run an energy comparison that allows you to enter your usage details. This will help you find the best gas and electric plans for you.

Low Energy Users — detailed information

An average 'low user' is defined in terms of energy use, as using 2,000 kWhs of electricity a year and 9,000 kWhs of gas a year.

You should also remember that if your energy user group changes, the cheapest plan for you might also change.
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How can high-energy users reduce their consumption?

Being a high energy user usually means high energy bills costing, but the good news is the more you're spending on energy the more you potentially stand to save by changing your usage habits.

You can save by improving the energy-efficiency of your property, adjusting your habits around the house, and making small changes that will help reduce your usage.

If you're a high-user the chances are you live in a large property, and the bigger your property the more chance there is for heat to escape. That's why ensuring you have sufficient insulation installed is the most important thing you can do.

The most basic type of insulation is loft insulation, particularly in a large home. It's cheap and easy to install, and even if you already have loft insulation installed you should make sure you have the correct levels in place, particularly if your insulation was put in a long time ago. Read our dedicated loft insulation guide to learn more.

Although more expensive than loft insulation, if your property was built after 1920 cavity wall insulation could save you up to £110 a year on your energy bills. Installation costs can be up to £500, but you could receive subsidies from the government if you fulfil certain criteria.

You should also make sure your property is properly draught-proofed. Check around doors and windows, as well as skirting boards, floorboards, loft hatches, letter box, and disused vents to prevent draughts. Up to 30% of the heat lost in your home is through draughts.

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